Cheat’s Crispy Duck and Pancakes Lisa Faulkner from www.lisafaulkner.co.uk
Introduction
Duck pancakes are a popular Chinese dish that is easy to make at home. The dish consists of thin pancakes, shredded duck meat, scallions, and a sweet and savory sauce. This recipe is perfect for a family dinner or a party with friends. You can serve it as an appetizer or a main course. The pancakes are soft and fluffy, and the duck meat is tender and juicy.
Ingredients
1 whole duck
1 tablespoon of five-spice powder
1 tablespoon of salt
1 tablespoon of sugar
1 tablespoon of soy sauce
1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
1 tablespoon of cornstarch
1 cucumber
1 bunch of scallions
1 package of Chinese pancakes
Hoisin sauce
Instructions
Step 1: Preparing the Duck
1. Rinse the duck under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. 2. In a small bowl, mix together the five-spice powder, salt, and sugar. 3. Rub the spice mixture all over the duck, inside and out. 4. Place the duck in a roasting pan and roast it in the oven at 350°F for 2 hours, or until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender. 5. Remove the duck from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Shredding the Duck
1. Remove the skin and bones from the duck and shred the meat with a fork. 2. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch. 3. Heat a wok or a large skillet over high heat. 4. Add the shredded duck to the wok and stir-fry for 1 minute. 5. Add the soy sauce mixture to the wok and stir-fry for another minute, or until the sauce thickens. 6. Remove the duck from the wok and set it aside.
Step 3: Preparing the Pancakes
1. Heat the Chinese pancakes according to the package instructions. 2. Cut the cucumber and scallions into thin strips.
Step 4: Assembling the Duck Pancakes
1. Place a pancake on a plate. 2. Spread a spoonful of hoisin sauce on the pancake. 3. Add a few strips of cucumber and scallions on top of the hoisin sauce. 4. Add a spoonful of shredded duck on top of the vegetables. 5. Roll up the pancake and enjoy!
Nutrition
One serving of duck pancakes (2 pancakes) contains approximately:
Calories: 350
Protein: 20g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Conclusion
Duck pancakes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of tender duck meat, fresh vegetables, and sweet and savory sauce makes this dish irresistible. Serve it as an appetizer or a main course and watch your guests enjoy every bite. Don't forget to try this recipe at home and let us know how it turns out!
